Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Bullion
Alpha acid
5.3–12.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bullion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Bullion
Black currantSpicy
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Bullion |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 5.3–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 47–50% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |